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Who is Dr. Afghani, Gastroenterologist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Elham Afghani, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Afghani is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afghani’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Afghani’s office.
Is Dr. Afghani board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Elham Afghani, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Afghani speak?
Dr. Afghani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Afghani typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Afghani diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Afghani. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cyst
- Pancreatic Disease
- Cyst on Pancreas
- Pancreatic Pseudocyst
- Fluid Sac on Pancreas
ICD-10 Codes:
- K862: Cyst of pancreas
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Afghani typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Afghani performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Afghani. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Afghani accept my insurance?
Dr. Afghani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Afghani accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Afghani in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of California
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Where is Dr. Afghani's office located?
What is Dr. Afghani's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Afghani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710166095.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afghani?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Afghani
What is Dr. Elham Afghani's specialty?
Dr. Afghani is a Gastroenterologist near Washington, DC.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs.
Is this Dr. Elham Afghani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Afghani is affiliated with The Johns Hopkins Hospital, Duke University Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Elham Afghani accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Elham Afghani is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elham Afghani offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Afghani's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elham Afghani?
Please contact Dr. Afghani's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elham Afghani have?
Dr. Elham Afghani is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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